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28 Feb 2024
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Malachite: Tranquil Lakehouse with a Hot Tub
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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8120.0 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
South Cerney, Gloucestershire
- Lakeside Ski & Wake5 min drive
- Cotswold Country Park and Beach7 min drive
- Cirencester Church10 min drive
- Gloucester (GLO-Gloucestershire)36 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
About this property
Malachite: Tranquil Lakehouse with a Hot Tub
Summary:
Malachite Lodge is a 4 bedroom contemporary, luxury home on Cotswold Water Park near Cirencester sleeping 8 people. Located centrally for visiting the delights of the Cotswolds and just under an hour from Oxford,Bath,Stratford-upon-Avon & Warwick. This lakeside home has stunning views over the lake and some of the best sunsets. The property benefits from a large decking area with private hot tub. 3 double/kingsize beds with flexibility in the 4th bedroom to be either 1 kingsize bed or 2 singles
The Neighborhood:
The home is situated in the middle of Cotswold Water Park - an area of outstanding natural beauty and site of special scientific interest.
Within a few minutes walking or driving there are many activities, cafes, pubs and restaurants. Just on the next lake there are mechanised sports with waterside ski and wake, non mechanised water activities with South Cerney Outdoor. The Cotswold Range provides archery and shooting. Coffee shops on Summer Lake and South Cerney Outdoor provide great coffee and street food as examples.
Getting Around:
A car is ideal to get around as there are so many Cotswold villages and attractions to visit whilst staying with us.
Alternatively the nearest railway station is Kemble, 7 miles away or Swindon 15 minutes away.
There is a local bus route that goes from the end of the lane and goes to Cirencester and Swindon for onward connections.
Other Things to Note:
Paddle-board hire to your door: 🏄♂️
We rent paddle-boards for an additional fee and can deliver them to your house inflated. Please send our team a message to inquire about pricing and booking.
Dog-friendly stays: 🦴
We’re really happy to say our homes are dog-friendly! You can bring two well-behaved dogs for a small fee of £20 per dog per stay. If you require more, please send our team a message, and we'll review this for you.
Decorations for Special Occasions: 🎈
We regularly help guests decorate our properties for special occasions. Whether it’s a birthday or a proposal, please get in touch as we’d love to help you with this.
Additional Notes: ⁉️
- All-male bookings require prior discussion
- Hen parties and stag do's are not permitted
- Our houses are strictly not to be used for parties
- Swimming allowed providing a disclaimer is signed
Interaction with Guests:
👋 - Self check-in with keybox
📱 - 24/7 host support via messaging
🗺️ - Digital guidebook provided
🏡 - On-site team available for emergencies
❓ - Local recommendations available on request
📞 - Emergency contact numbers provided
Malachite Lodge is a 4 bedroom contemporary, luxury home on Cotswold Water Park near Cirencester sleeping 8 people. Located centrally for visiting the delights of the Cotswolds and just under an hour from Oxford,Bath,Stratford-upon-Avon & Warwick. This lakeside home has stunning views over the lake and some of the best sunsets. The property benefits from a large decking area with private hot tub. 3 double/kingsize beds with flexibility in the 4th bedroom to be either 1 kingsize bed or 2 singles
The Neighborhood:
The home is situated in the middle of Cotswold Water Park - an area of outstanding natural beauty and site of special scientific interest.
Within a few minutes walking or driving there are many activities, cafes, pubs and restaurants. Just on the next lake there are mechanised sports with waterside ski and wake, non mechanised water activities with South Cerney Outdoor. The Cotswold Range provides archery and shooting. Coffee shops on Summer Lake and South Cerney Outdoor provide great coffee and street food as examples.
Getting Around:
A car is ideal to get around as there are so many Cotswold villages and attractions to visit whilst staying with us.
Alternatively the nearest railway station is Kemble, 7 miles away or Swindon 15 minutes away.
There is a local bus route that goes from the end of the lane and goes to Cirencester and Swindon for onward connections.
Other Things to Note:
Paddle-board hire to your door: 🏄♂️
We rent paddle-boards for an additional fee and can deliver them to your house inflated. Please send our team a message to inquire about pricing and booking.
Dog-friendly stays: 🦴
We’re really happy to say our homes are dog-friendly! You can bring two well-behaved dogs for a small fee of £20 per dog per stay. If you require more, please send our team a message, and we'll review this for you.
Decorations for Special Occasions: 🎈
We regularly help guests decorate our properties for special occasions. Whether it’s a birthday or a proposal, please get in touch as we’d love to help you with this.
Additional Notes: ⁉️
- All-male bookings require prior discussion
- Hen parties and stag do's are not permitted
- Our houses are strictly not to be used for parties
- Swimming allowed providing a disclaimer is signed
Interaction with Guests:
👋 - Self check-in with keybox
📱 - 24/7 host support via messaging
🗺️ - Digital guidebook provided
🏡 - On-site team available for emergencies
❓ - Local recommendations available on request
📞 - Emergency contact numbers provided
Property manager
Housekeepers
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Lake view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Cirencester
Located in Cirencester, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Blunsdon Golf Course and Cirencester Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Thames River and Neigh Bridge Country Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Blunsdon Abbey Stadium or Stratton St Margaret Parish Grounds.
South Cerney, Gloucestershire
What's nearby
- Lakeside Ski & Wake - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
- Cotswold Country Park and Beach - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
- Cirencester Church - 10 min drive - 10.7 km
- Arlington Row - 16 min drive - 18.7 km
- Swindon Designer Outlet - 19 min drive - 18.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Tesco Click+Collect - 9 min drive
- The Red Lion - 8 min drive
- The Gateway Centre - 19 min walk
- The White Hart Inn - 7 min drive
- Lakeside Ski & Wake - 4 min drive
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Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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10/10 Excellent
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A spacious home in a beautiful setting
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10/10 Excellent
17 June 2024
Henry and Thomas
About the host
Hosted by Housekeepers
We are Barry and Jo and we have an amazing collection of Cotswold holiday lodges on Cotswold Water Park near the old Roman town of Cirencester with most of them dog friendly.
We’ve been coming to this beautiful area for many years and about 5 years ago we decided to make the move permanent. We set up our company in 2018, starting with our own holiday home on Windrush lake but as you can see from our portfolio now, we have grown quite considerably!We love to travel and just before the “you know what pandemic” we spent 12 months travelling around the world ending up in New Zealand for Christmas and New Year and then working our way up to Hawaii and North, Central and South America. We think we know what it takes to get a place right for our fantastic guests but we are always learning!
We couldn’t do this without our fantastic team which is growing year by year. Unlike many of the larger companies selling holiday lets we, and our team, know all of our properties intimately because we provide the full service from cleaning and hosting through to managing the hot tubs, the plants on the decking and even window cleaning! Jo, Adele and Meg are the last ones to visit your holiday lodge just before you get there to make sure the place is perfect for your stay – you may even bump into one of them on your way in!
We’ve been coming to this beautiful area for many years and about 5 years ago we decided to make the move permanent. We set up our company in 2018, starting with our own holiday home on Windrush lake but as you can see from our portfolio now, we have grown quite considerably!We love to travel and just before the “you know what pandemic” we spent 12 months travelling around the world ending up in New Zealand for Christmas and New Year and then working our way up to Hawaii and North, Central and South America. We think we know what it takes to get a place right for our fantastic guests but we are always learning!
We couldn’t do this without our fantastic team which is growing year by year. Unlike many of the larger companies selling holiday lets we, and our team, know all of our properties intimately because we provide the full service from cleaning and hosting through to managing the hot tubs, the plants on the decking and even window cleaning! Jo, Adele and Meg are the last ones to visit your holiday lodge just before you get there to make sure the place is perfect for your stay – you may even bump into one of them on your way in!
Why they chose this property
Whether your preference is for high-octane mechanised water sport, the more gentle and sedate wind or oar-powered sports or maybe experience the fantastic walks and cycle rides the area has to offer. Or maybe you just want to spend the time relaxing in and around the lodge and hot tub. Cotswold Water Park Retreats is the place from which to base yourself.
The Cotswolds is a great place to visit – it combines chocolate box charm with attractive Cotswold stone properties. It really does have something for everyone – see our Local Area page and ‘like’ our Facebook page for more ideas of places to visit and things to do plus special offers
The Cotswolds is a great place to visit – it combines chocolate box charm with attractive Cotswold stone properties. It really does have something for everyone – see our Local Area page and ‘like’ our Facebook page for more ideas of places to visit and things to do plus special offers
What makes this property unique
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Cotswold Water Park, Cotswold Water Park Retreats stand as a serene sanctuary, offering a blend of luxury, tranquility, and a unique connection to nature. What sets these retreats apart is their harmonious integration into the stunning natural landscape, providing an escape that allows guests to immerse themselves in the beauty and tranquility of the countryside.
Luxury here is redefined through bespoke accommodations, where each detail reflects a commitment to comfort and sustainability. The retreats offer more than just a stay; they offer an experience, with each lodge or cabin designed to blend eco-friendly practices with modern luxury, ensuring every guest's stay is as indulgent as it is environmentally conscious.
Beyond the physical amenities, Cotswold Water Park Retreats are distinguished by their dedication to providing a personalised experience. Each visit is crafted to match individual preferences, whether that's a relaxing spa day, an adventurous outdoor activity, or a quiet evening enjoying the local cuisine. This attention to detail extends to the retreats' commitment to conservation, as they actively participate in helping preserving the local ecosystem for guests to enjoy and learn about the area's natural heritage.
Incorporating the rich cultural tapestry of the Cotswolds, these retreats offer a unique window into the local history and traditions, making each stay not just a getaway but an enriching journey. Accessibility and exclusivity are perfectly balanced, creating a haven that feels both welcoming and private, a rare find for those seeking both convenience and seclusion.
Through glowing testimonials, guests have often highlighted these aspects, underscoring the unique blend of luxury, nature, and personalization that makes Cotswold Water Park Retreats an unparalleled destination. It's not just a place to stay; it's a realm to experience, connect, and rejuvenate.
Luxury here is redefined through bespoke accommodations, where each detail reflects a commitment to comfort and sustainability. The retreats offer more than just a stay; they offer an experience, with each lodge or cabin designed to blend eco-friendly practices with modern luxury, ensuring every guest's stay is as indulgent as it is environmentally conscious.
Beyond the physical amenities, Cotswold Water Park Retreats are distinguished by their dedication to providing a personalised experience. Each visit is crafted to match individual preferences, whether that's a relaxing spa day, an adventurous outdoor activity, or a quiet evening enjoying the local cuisine. This attention to detail extends to the retreats' commitment to conservation, as they actively participate in helping preserving the local ecosystem for guests to enjoy and learn about the area's natural heritage.
Incorporating the rich cultural tapestry of the Cotswolds, these retreats offer a unique window into the local history and traditions, making each stay not just a getaway but an enriching journey. Accessibility and exclusivity are perfectly balanced, creating a haven that feels both welcoming and private, a rare find for those seeking both convenience and seclusion.
Through glowing testimonials, guests have often highlighted these aspects, underscoring the unique blend of luxury, nature, and personalization that makes Cotswold Water Park Retreats an unparalleled destination. It's not just a place to stay; it's a realm to experience, connect, and rejuvenate.
Languages:
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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